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8 Five Star Premier Residences of Pompano Beach

2019 CERTIFIED SENIOR LIVING

COMMUNITY

Premier Residences of Pompano Beach has been certified by J.D. Power for providing “An outstanding Senior Living Community Experience”

1371 S. Ocean Boulevard • Pompano Beach, FL 33062

(954) 943-1155 www.FiveStarPremier-PompanoBeach.com

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Friday, March 5th • 7:30 p.m.

Ike Reeves The Ike Reeves one-man show is

a magical, musical journey through Broadway, the Big Band era and all your favorite musical sounds—from a trio of vocalists to a symphony orchestra. One minute you're hearing the crowd-stirring, tongue-twisting “Trouble In River City” from The Music Man and the next you’re likely to hear “All or Nothing at All” in the style of Frank Sinatra. How about Ike’s amazing re-creation of the Kingston Trio singing “M.T.A.,” using a vocal harmonizing device connected to the microphone, or “Music of the Night” from Phantom of the Opera. Sunday, March 7th • 7:30 p.m.

Cheryl Q This internationally renowned entertainer,

recording artist, comedian and author brings the best of old-time Honky Tonk piano to every performance. Cheryl has entertained around the country as well as internationally before settling in Florida in 2001. She is an accomplished musician playing keyboards, accordion, glockenspiel and a mean washboard. Her latest recording, “Pubs, Pals and Memories,” was released in 2018.


Greg Kealey Midwest native Greg Kealey is an

impressionist comedian who, as a youth, surprised family and friends with uncanny

impressions of Paul Lynde and boxing legend Muhammad Ali. During his career as a television anchorman, he became popular for dead-on impressions of former presidents like Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton. Greg also does many other characters. Wednesday, March 17th • 3:30 p.m. St. Patrick’s Day Performance!

Larry Brendler Larry must be the busiest entertainer in South Florida

and it’s no wonder when you know his background. He composed his first piece of music at six and by age 15 was practicing the piano five hours a day. While at college, he became Jackie Mason’s opening act. He has performed for President George Bush at The Senate Building, Larry King for a Variety Club Affair, and opened for Pearl Bailey at The Kennedy Center. Larry has also opened for Debbie Reynolds, Larry Storch and Gloria DeHavens.


Larry Stang Dynamic singer and guitarist Larry Stang is an exciting performer who has delighted thousands with his fresh, enchanting voice and style. Larry has

performed on cruise ships, in resorts and condos. Sunday, March 21st • 7:30 p.m.

Peter Fuchs Versatility is the key

word in describing Peter Fuchs as a musician. His mastery of the piano is unique. He has been musical conductor of over 50 musical shows from Broadway to the West Coast. Peter is presently conducting the Coral Springs Pops Orchestra as well as the Hallandale Pops. His sophisticated and inventive piano stylings have delighted audiences throughout the world, even appearing at Carnegie Hall. You’ll appreciate his playing and love his warm personality. Friday, March 26th • 7:30 p.m.

Maricarmen Vazquez Originally from Cuba, Maricarmen earned a degree

in music from Ignacio Cervant Conservatory (which specializes in international popular music). In the ‘90s, she performed on television programs and in hotels in Havana. Her international musical tour took her to Spain, Mexico, Argentina and the Dominican Republic.

In 1994, Maricarmen immigrated to the U.S. where she has become a sought-after entertainer. She is also invited to perform for the American Accordionists’ Association each year!

We Value Your Opinion! We would like your input on our entertainment selections and ask that you let us know! There are comment forms on the ledge by the in-house mailboxes on the 10th floor. After the show, please fill one out and drop it the box marked “Showtime.” We have a diverse group of residents with varied tastes, so your help will allow us to bring back the entertainers you love while eliminating some of our less-popular acts!

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St. Patrick’s Day is here again, the day where we all wear green and have some good old fashioned Irish fun. The celebration begins with our fabulous St. Patrick’s Day Party from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in the Lounge. Fantastic entertainer Larry Brendler will be playing some great music along with some traditional Irish sing alongs. We will have the favored drink of Ireland to quench your thirst—of course, Guinness!

Expect to see some Irish delights on the dinner menu. Corned beef and cabbage, traditional Irish Lamb Stew and the most delicious Bailey’s Irish Cream Cheesecake, to name but a few.

As evening arrives, head to the Auditorium to enjoy the finest Irish export, Michael Flatley. This acclaimed video will trace the phenomenon known as Riverdance from its early days to its meteoric rise as a global cultural phenomenon. Showtime is 7:30 p.m.

“For each petal on the shamrock, this brings a wish your way, good health, good luck, and happiness today and every day!”

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

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Celebrating a Festive Mardi Gras!

Beverly Petersen........3rd Jacqueline Moynihan 9th Ed Meisenheimer ....10th Stanley Glantz .........10th Bethany Ingram.......10th Adrienne Saluk........11th Donald Streeter .......13th Regina Sykes ...........13th

Harley Snyder..........13th Kenneth Rutherford.14th Miriam Roberts........15th Dolores Linton .........16th Mary Byman ............16th Robert Babbitz.........19th Carole Dolchin..........21st Grace Salz ...............22nd

Ida Giarratana.........22nd Paul Nobel..............22nd Eleanor Dunkelman.27th Mikki Glantz ............27th Jackie Grisanti .........27th Patricia Wengel........28th Susan Harrison.........31st Charlotte Dumas ......31st

March Birthdays

Best Wishes For A Wonderful Milestone!

Ladies and gentleman, dear residents, it has been a year since the Coronavirus “officially” began devastating the world. Since that time, we all have endured a lot, with many lives lost and even more lives destroyed and devastated by the COVID side-effects. We’ve seen businesses that have closed, life savings consumed and tragically, for many, hope has been a word long forgotten. It is very easy to look at all that we’ve lost, to look at the pain and the suffering. It is very easy to despair.

This month, we’re going to focus on the positive. We’re going to focus on all the things that we have gained. This is a positive message. This is a message of hope.

The shutdown has made our world much smaller. I’ve spent more time with you than I have with my own family. I got to know so many of you so well. I got a chance to learn your stories. We’ve struggled together, endured together, sacrificed together, got vaccinated together and survived together. We may have different last

names, but I feel like I gained a huge family. I look at you as my new brothers and sisters.

If something good came out of this virus, it was the new formed unity, the comradery. We watched out for one another, found ways to respect the needs of one another and we sacrificed for one another. In a world turning a little more evil with each passing day, we found compassion and our humanity.

This may not be the one-year anniversary that any of us wanted, but it is the one-year anniversary that we should view with pride. We survived. And most importantly, we survived together.

Thank you so much for your understanding, for your cooperation and for your sacrifices. Most of all, thank you for your positive attitude. You continue to make each day worth the fight. Unfortunately, we still have a very long fight ahead of us.

Once again, thank you. —Rocsana Bowers, Executive Director


News and NotesOne-Year Anniversary: Focus on the Positive

Rocsana Bowers,

Executive Director

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Lots of Super Bowl Winners We had a lively Super Bowl Sunday! Congratulations to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and especially to Tom Brady for winning his seventh ring. Closer to home, felicitations are in order for the four winners of the Super Bowl Squares game. Pat Wengal (bottom left) won the first quarter with the score Chiefs 3, Buccaneers 14. The second quarter winner was Ann Vezos (bottom center), at Chiefs 6, Buccaneers 21. Joe and Jackie Grisanti (bottom right) won the third quarter; Chiefs 9, Buccaneers 28. The final score winner was Margo Watson (right) guessing Chiefs 9, Buccaneers 31. Don’t worry, the masks went back on as soon as the photos were taken!

Wow! $2000 Friendship Rewards Bonus! Spring is almost here, and with it comes the return of snowbirds. It’s the perfect time to invite your old neighbors and friends to consider making Premier Residences their home. Your kind words of recommendation could lead to a $2000 bonus like resident Hume Hamilton. Stop by the Sales Office to learn all the details.

Celebrate Passover at our Seder Saturday, March 27th • 4:00 / 5:30 p.m. Dining Room In accordance with tradition, we will be hosting our Premier Residences family-style Seder on the first night of Passover, which falls this year on Saturday, March 27th. There will be two dinner seatings that evening. The first seating will be regular open seating with no service at 4:00 p.m. The second seating, at 5:30 p.m., will be the special Seder Service conducted by Rabbi Sharon Steinberg. All are welcome to attend the Seder however we do ask that you sign up with Robert in advance. The management and staff wish all our Jewish residents a very happy Passover. “Chag Pesach Samech.” Passover Programs Saturday, March 27th In celebration of Pesach, join us for a wonderful video presentation of “The Taste of Passover” on Saturday, March 27th at 2:00 p.m. Featuring ancient and contemporary songs such as “Der Bekher,” “Seder Plate Round” and “Chad Gadya,” this cultural extravaganza—recorded at the New England Conservatory’s Jordan Hall—celebrates the time-honored Jewish customs of Passover. With venerated Broadway star Theodore Bikel serving as host, the video also features witty observations by humorist Moshe Waldoks and even a fun demonstration of how to make matzo balls. In the evening, after the Passover Seder, watch the award winning, beloved movie musical, Fiddler on the Roof, at 7:30 p.m. in the Auditorium.

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March HappeningsMarch Highlights

We Love Zumba! Thursdays • 11:00 a.m. — Lounge Many of our residents enjoy a weekly workout with Zumba Instructor Mercedes. They received a special Valentine gift from her last month—a very handy towel which says, “I Love Zumba” to wipe away the sweat after the class, along with a Valentine lollipop. There’s a lot of love in Mercedes’ class! Here’s an interesting tidbit. Zumba was founded in 1998 by aerobics instructor Pérez in Colombia. One day he forgot to bring his regular music to class, substituting cassette tapes of Latin dance music—Salsa and Merengue—instead. Thus, Zumba was born. The dance, music and exercise combination class became so popular that, in 2001, he released a series of fitness videos sold via infomercial. By 2015, there were 14 million Zumba students in 186 countries. Now, don’t miss the opportunity to participate in Zumba Gold, specially designed for the more mature student. Come check it out every Thursday at 11:00 a.m. in the Lounge. Daylight Saving Time A reminder to put your clocks forward one hour on Sunday, March 14th. Have you ever wondered how this started? The idea of daylight saving was first conceived by Benjamin Franklin during his sojourn as an American delegate in Paris in 1784. The main purpose of Daylight Saving Time called "Summer Time" in many places in the world, is to make better use of daylight. We change our clocks during the summer months to move an hour of daylight from the morning to the evening. Daylight Saving Time also saves energy. It trims the entire country's electricity usage by a significant amount,

The Truth About St. Patrick St. Patrick’s Day is observed on March 17th—the feast day of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. It is believed that he died on March 17th in the year 461 A.D. It is also a worldwide celebration of Irish culture and history. Saint Patrick was born in the Welsh town of Banwen during 385 A.D. At age 16, he was captured and sold into slavery to a sheep farmer in Ireland. He escaped when he was 22 and spent the next 12 years in a monastery. In his 30s, he returned to Ireland as a Christian missionary. After his death he was credited with bringing Christianity to Ireland. Patrick was also credited for keeping snakes out of Ireland, however, that’s a myth as there were no snakes in Ireland. There are 34 million Americans who have Irish ancestry, according to the U.S. Census. That’s almost nine times the population of Ireland. May we wish you all a very Happy St Patrick’s Day and hope you find a lucky four leaf clover. Legend says that each leaf of the clover means something: the first is for hope, the second for faith, the third for love and the fourth for luck. May the luck of the Irish be yours! St. Patrick’s Day Fun & Frolics

Wednesday, March 17th • 1:00 p.m. — Art Studio Come and celebrate St Patty’s Day with the ever-

popular Robert Bornstein. Discover how the tiny Emerald Isle influenced our culture, politics and improved our lives in America. Leave the class with a laminated shamrock that you’ll be as proud as the Irish to say you’ve made!

Valentine Candy Guess Well, the Valentine Candy Count last month was really interesting. The candy had to be recounted and chocolates added to the jar three times because the jar was broken into. The funny part was that the candy robbers actually confessed and said they thought it was strange that the jar was so hard to open! You might get a giggle of out this, too. The guesses ranged from 87 to 2,150. Just goes to prove how people see things differently...even when counting chocolates! The actual number of chocolates in the jar was 355. And the winner who guessed the closest number was Ann Vezos—the same winner as the Super Bowl Squares contest. Apparently she’s very good at guessing! She won a beautiful heart-shaped box of chocolates. Our staff also had a chance to guess, with Human Resources Manager Stacey winning the chocolates in the jar! The Lounge of Love Thanks to everyone who bought Valentine cards last month. We raised $425 for the American Heart Association. You certainly turned our Lounge into a “Lounge of Love” with the display of cards. Staff and residents who received cards were thrilled, as was The American Heart Association to receive your donations.

The Five Star Signature theme for March is “Eye of the Tiger.” March marks the end of hibernation for many animals and the beginning of spring. Discovering your “spirit animal” is a great way to connect to the animal kingdom and the world.

A spirit animal is characterized as a teacher or messenger that comes in the form of an animal and has a personal relationship to an individual. It is believed that you do not choose the animal, rather it chooses, or has already chosen, you. The animal is there to provide “medicine” to the recipient in the form of guidance, lessons, protection, power, or wisdom. So how do we find our spirit animal? It might often come in a dream or even watching TV, where you notice a certain animal more than any other. Our travelogues this month will give you chance to connect with your spirit animal. Join us on Mondays at 3:15 p.m. in the Auditorium when we will be traveling to see a wild variety of animals in their natural habitat. Rhinos, giraffes, elephants, zebra, cheetahs, gazelles, ostriches and lions, to name but a few. And of course, not forgetting the program’s namesake, the tiger! Keep your eye on it! It might be your spirit animal.

EYE OF THE TIGER

Welcome to Premier Residences

Jo Smith Richard and Violet

Reggiani Thanks for choosing our

community as your new home

Daylight Saving Time Begins Sunday, the 14th Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour before retiring on Saturday night, March 13th.

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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdaySunday

10:00 Christian Church AUD Service 11:00-12:30 Scenic Drive LB 1:00 Bingo with Jim AS 7:30 Showtime Starring LG CHERYL Q

10:00 Christian Church AUD Service 11:00-12:30 Scenic Drive LB 1:00 Bingo with Jim AS 7:30 Concert DVD— LG “Judy Garland: The Concert Years”

10:00 Christian Church AUD Service 11:00-12:30 Scenic Drive LB 1:00 Bingo with Jim AS 7:30 Showtime Starring LG PETER FUCHS

10:00 Christian Church AUD Service 11:00-12:30 Scenic Drive LB 1:00 Bingo with Jim AS 7:30 Concert DVD— LG “Tony Bennett Live”

PUBLIX/CVS 8:00-10:00 A.M. LOCAL ERRANDS 12:00-3 P.M.

11:00 Chair Yoga AUD with Melanie 1:00 Poker-Keeno with Jim AS 4:00 Happy Hour LG 7:30 Classic Movie Night— AUD “The Great Lie”

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11:15 Balance Exercise AUD with Nurse Sally 12:30 Wii Bowling AUD 2:00 Bingo AS 4:00 Happy Hour with Robert LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Musical Movie Night— AUD “Funny Girl”

11:15 Balance Exercise AUD with Nurse Sally 12:30 Wii Bowling AUD 2:00 Bingo with Sandy AS 4:00 Happy Hour with Reyna LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Musical Movie Night— AUD “Phantom of the Opera”

11:15 Balance Exercise AUD with Nurse Sally 12:30 Wii Bowling AUD 2:00 Bingo with Sandy AS 3:15-3:45 Afternoon Tea LG 4:00 Happy Hour with Reyna LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Movie—“High Society” AUD

11:15 Balance Exercise AUD with Nurse Sally 12:00 Women’s Luncheon DR 12:30 Wii Bowling AUD 2:00 Bingo with Jim AS 4:00 Happy Hour with Reyna LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Musical Movie Night— AUD “Man of La Mancha”

11:15 Theraband Exercise AUD with Patti 1:00 You Be the Judge w/Sandy AS 2:00 Poker-Keeno with Sandy AS 4:00 Happy Hour with Betsy LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Docudrama Night— AUD “Three Identical Strangers”

11:15 Theraband Exercise AUD with Patti 1:00 Word Fun with Sandy AS 2:00 Poker-Keeno with Sandy AS 4:00 Happy Hour with Betsy LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Docudrama Night— AUD “Elvis Presley: The Searcher”

11:15 Aquacise with Patti PL 1:00 St. Patrick’s Day Fun and AS Frolic with Robert Bornstein 2:00 Poker-Keeno AS 3:30-5:00 St. Patty’s Day Party LG with LARRY BRENDLER 7:30 St. Patrick’s Day Movie— AUD “The Best of Riverdance”

11:15 Aquacise with Patti PL 2:00 Poker-Keeno with Jim AS 4:00 Happy Hour with Dan LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Docudrama Night— AUD “Tea with the Dames”

11:15 Theraband Exercise AUD with Patti 1:00 Low Vision Support Group AS 2:00 Poker-Keeno with Jim AS 4:00 Happy Hour with Betsy LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Docudrama—“Cinema AUD According to Hitchcock”

MARCH 2021

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LOCATIONS

10:00 News and Views AS with Elizabeth 11:00 Zumba with Mercedes LG 2:00 Bingo with Jim AS 4:00 Happy Hour with Ryan LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 NetFlix Special— AUD “Military Wives”

10:00 News & Views w/Elizabeth AS 11:00 Zumba with Mercedes LG 1:30 Resident Meeting LG with Rocsana 2:30 Bingo AS 4:00 Happy Hour with Ryan LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 NetFlix—“The Doorman” AUD

10:00 News and Views AS with Elizabeth 11:00 Zumba with Mercedes LG 2:00 Bingo with Sandy AS 4:00 Happy Hour with Ryan LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 NetFlix Special— AUD “Escape Plan”

10:30 Tai Chi with Daniella AUD 12:30 Wii Bowling AUD 2:00 Book Club with Lyn AS 4:00 Happy Hour with Sandy LG 7:30 Showtime Starring LG LARRY STANG

10:30 Tai Chi with Daniella AUD 12:30 Wii Bowling with Sandy AUD 3:30 Sabbath Service with AUD Rabbi Sharon Steinberg 4:00 Happy Hour with Sandy LG 7:30 Showtime Starring LG MARICARMEN VAZQUEZ

10:30 Tai Chi with Daniella AUD 12:30 Wii Bowling AUD 3:30 Sabbath Service with AUD Rabbi Sharon Steinberg 4:00 Happy Hour with Robert LG 7:30 Showtime Starring LG GREG KEALEY

11:00 Chair Yoga AUD with Melanie 1:00 Poker-Keeno with Jim AS 4:00 Happy Hour LG 7:30 Classic Movie Night— AUD “Goodbye, Mr. Chips”

11:00 Chair Yoga w/Melanie AUD 1:00 Poker-Keeno with Jim AS 2:00 Video—“Taste of Passover” AUD 4:00 Open Seating Dinner DR 5:30 Passover Seder Dinner DR 7:30 Movie—“Fiddler on Roof” AUD

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DOCTOR TRANSPORTATION 8:30 A.M.-2:00 P.M.





11:15 Balance Exercise AUD with Nurse Sally 12:00 Men’s Luncheon DR 12:30 Wii Bowling AUD 2:00 Bingo with Jim AS 4:00 Happy Hour with Robert LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Movie—“West Side Story” AUD





BANKING 9:00 A.M.-NOON LOCAL ERRANDS 12:30-3 P.M.


ST. PATRICK’S DAY BANKING 9:00 A.M.-NOON

LOCAL ERRANDS 12:30-3 P.M.





10:00 News and Views AS with Elizabeth 11:00 Zumba with Mercedes LG 12:00 Birthday Luncheon DR 2:00 Bingo with Jim AS 4:00 Happy Hour with Dan LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 NetFlix—“High Note” AUD



10:30 Tai Chi with AUD Daniella 12:30 Wii Bowling AUD 4:00 Happy Hour LG with Rocsana 7:30 Showtime Starring LG IKE REEVES




WALMART 9:00 A.M. PUBLIX 9:45 A.M.

CVS 11:00 A.M.

WALMART 9:00 A.M. PUBLIX 9:45 A.M.

CVS 11:00 A.M.

SPRING BEGINS WALMART 9:00 A.M.

PUBLIX 9:45 A.M. CVS 11:00 A.M.

PASSOVER BEGINS AT SUNDOWN

WALMART 9:00 A.M. PUBLIX 9:45 A.M. — CVS 11:00 A.M.

10:00 News and Views AS with Elizabeth 11:00 Exercise with Ageility AUD 2:00 Poker-Keeno with Jim AS 3:15 Video—Animal Adventures AUD 4:00 Happy Hour with Rocsana LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Movie—“Runaway Bride” AUD


10:00 News & Views w/Elizabeth AS 11:00 Exercise with Ageility AUD 2:00 Poker-Keeno with Jim AS 3:15 Video—Animal Adventures AUD 4:00 Happy Hour with Rocsana LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Monday Movie Madness AUD “Something’s Gotta Give”

10:00 News and Views AS with Elizabeth 11:00 Exercise with Ageility AUD 2:00 Poker-Keeno AS 3:15 Video—Animal Adventures AUD 4:00 Happy Hour with Stacey LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Movie—“Pretty Woman” AUD

10:00 News & Views w/Elizabeth AS 11:00 Exercise with Ageility AUD 2:00 Poker-Keeno with Sandy AS 3:15 Video—Animal Adventures AUD 4:00 Happy Hour with Stacy LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Monday Movie Madness AUD “Fried Green Tomatoes”

10:00 News and Views AS with Elizabeth 11:00 Exercise with Ageility AUD 2:00 Poker-Keeno with Sandy AS 3:15 Video—Animal Adventures AUD 4:00 Happy Hour with Stacy LG and Roy on the Piano 7:30 Movie—“Man of the Year” AUD

All activities are subject to change. Please continue to wear your mask, wash your hands frequently and practice social distancing. The health and safety of our residents is our primary concern.

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME BEGINS

FIRST DAY OF PASSOVER

11:00 Chair Yoga AUD with Melanie 1:00 Poker-Keeno with Jim AS 4:00 Happy Hour LG 7:30 Classic Movie Night— AUD “How to Marry a Millionaire”

AS 10th Floor Art Studio AUD 10th Floor Auditorium DR 10th Floor Dining Room LB Ground Floor Lobby LG 10th Floor Lounge PS Poolside

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